Riverside, California: Written by the Principal of Emerson Elementary School in order to increase the exchange of ideas about school performance with our families so that each child will reach his/her highest potential.
Sunday, February 6, 2011
Friday, February 4, 2011
Superbowl or First in Math?
Hopefully you won't have to make the choice, but I hope that YOUR team emerges as a winner! For Emerson to move ahead and PASS up the competition in First in Math, we'll need a game plan. To start with we need to go on the OFFENSE and score as many points as possible. So regardless of whether you are a Packers fan, a Steelers fan, a HALFTIME fan, or a fan of the superbowl COMMERCIALS, I hope that the kids will still have lots of time on the computer to make sure that the EMERSON EAGLES win!
Here are the STATS going into the big weekend:
Stickers Earned: 149,396
Average Stickers per Team: 4,819
Math Problems solved: 448,188
Worksheets Saved: 44,819
Teacher Hours Saved: 527
We know that we can easily reach 150,000 and move possibly into the 152,000 range tonight. Tomorrow in Saturday School, we'll have our FIRST STRING-at least 45 students- all paying the 24 game for at about 3 hours each. We may be able to reach 155,000 stickers by noon and at 165,000 by the end of the weekend. That would be about a 10% gain in one weekend!
Saturday at noon is kind of like HALFTIME. I'll send out a COMMERCIAL on my blog to let you know how we are doing. Hopefully we'll be halfway to achieving success!
By the time the SUPERBOWL begins, Emerson hopes to have scored 161,000 stickers. Then we'll be at the TWO MINUTE WARNING. There will be no time to waste, and IF YOUR TEAM WINS, your student should really pour it on and rack up as many points as possible. All the fans of the LOSING TEAM may be too sad to play...
When bedtime comes on Sunday night, Emerson should have enough points to pass up at least two other schools in the SUPERBOWL WEEKEND of First in Math. While you already have a favorite- the PACKERS or the STEELERS- whatever you do, make sure that EMERSON wins in FIM.
Let's go team Emerson!!!
Here are the STATS going into the big weekend:
Stickers Earned: 149,396
Average Stickers per Team: 4,819
Math Problems solved: 448,188
Worksheets Saved: 44,819
Teacher Hours Saved: 527
We know that we can easily reach 150,000 and move possibly into the 152,000 range tonight. Tomorrow in Saturday School, we'll have our FIRST STRING-at least 45 students- all paying the 24 game for at about 3 hours each. We may be able to reach 155,000 stickers by noon and at 165,000 by the end of the weekend. That would be about a 10% gain in one weekend!
Saturday at noon is kind of like HALFTIME. I'll send out a COMMERCIAL on my blog to let you know how we are doing. Hopefully we'll be halfway to achieving success!
By the time the SUPERBOWL begins, Emerson hopes to have scored 161,000 stickers. Then we'll be at the TWO MINUTE WARNING. There will be no time to waste, and IF YOUR TEAM WINS, your student should really pour it on and rack up as many points as possible. All the fans of the LOSING TEAM may be too sad to play...
When bedtime comes on Sunday night, Emerson should have enough points to pass up at least two other schools in the SUPERBOWL WEEKEND of First in Math. While you already have a favorite- the PACKERS or the STEELERS- whatever you do, make sure that EMERSON wins in FIM.
Let's go team Emerson!!!
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Superbowl Weekend FIM
Thursday, February 3, 2011
Good Morning Emerson Eagles!
Dream, Believe, Achieve!
Today is Thursday, February 3, 2011
Question of the Day:
What's up? That's a great question, but before you say "the sky," you had better think about how to answer this question correctly. Remember that you have to answer in a complete sentence and you have to respond correctly to the question. Here are a couple of possible responses:
There's not much going on except a lot of homework!
So much is going on, I don't know where to start. What's up with you? Pleas ask this question to at least 3 people
Writing:
I have received a few letters over the past few days from Emerson students. One of the most memorable letters was from 3 students who asked why we don't get to go on more field trips. If you really want something, it is worth writing a letter asking for it.
Upcoming Events:
Saturday School is this Saturday from 8 am until 12:20. The computer carts will be there with opportunities for First in Math. But also, we are going to have a garden work day on Saturday. Saturday School Students will get to go out to the garden to plant potatoes. If anyone would like to join together in our community garden on Saturday from 8 until 11 am, please come on out!
First In Math
Congratulations to Mr. Cortez' Class- Team of the Week!
Yesterday afternoon during HEARTS, I chalenged the students to try to increase our sticker count from 135,000 up to 140,000. That was a huge goal, and eventhough we didn't make it, we almost made it. Last night we reached 139,500!Remember, First in math is not going to be your priority in the classroom, but you may have the opportunity to play from time to time after you have completed your independent work. It may not be as fun, but Pearson SuccessNet will assign math work that is just perfect for your level.
Rule Reminders:
No runing in the hallways. Never throw any objects, like rocks or sand, at school. Always go out of your way to be generous and kind.
Lunch and Attendance:
Before I tell you what's for lunch today, I want you to know about a special lunch offer for tomorrow- you can get both the HOT DOG and the SALAD BAR tomorrow- you won't have to chose. That's tomorow, but for today you have two choices, the Farm Fresh Salad Bar, or the hot lunch. Today the hot lunch is:
If you would like to have a hot lunch, please raise your hand. Teachers, please take a count and make a note on your online attendance form.
Pledge:
Please stand for the Pledge of Allegiance!
I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America, and to the republic for which it stands, one nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all."
High Expectations:
There's no choice, achieving your personal best is required every day at Emerson!
Dream, Believe, Achieve!
Today is Thursday, February 3, 2011
Question of the Day:
What's up? That's a great question, but before you say "the sky," you had better think about how to answer this question correctly. Remember that you have to answer in a complete sentence and you have to respond correctly to the question. Here are a couple of possible responses:
There's not much going on except a lot of homework!
So much is going on, I don't know where to start. What's up with you? Pleas ask this question to at least 3 people
Writing:
I have received a few letters over the past few days from Emerson students. One of the most memorable letters was from 3 students who asked why we don't get to go on more field trips. If you really want something, it is worth writing a letter asking for it.
Upcoming Events:
Saturday School is this Saturday from 8 am until 12:20. The computer carts will be there with opportunities for First in Math. But also, we are going to have a garden work day on Saturday. Saturday School Students will get to go out to the garden to plant potatoes. If anyone would like to join together in our community garden on Saturday from 8 until 11 am, please come on out!
First In Math
Congratulations to Mr. Cortez' Class- Team of the Week!
Yesterday afternoon during HEARTS, I chalenged the students to try to increase our sticker count from 135,000 up to 140,000. That was a huge goal, and eventhough we didn't make it, we almost made it. Last night we reached 139,500!Remember, First in math is not going to be your priority in the classroom, but you may have the opportunity to play from time to time after you have completed your independent work. It may not be as fun, but Pearson SuccessNet will assign math work that is just perfect for your level.
Rule Reminders:
No runing in the hallways. Never throw any objects, like rocks or sand, at school. Always go out of your way to be generous and kind.
Lunch and Attendance:
Before I tell you what's for lunch today, I want you to know about a special lunch offer for tomorrow- you can get both the HOT DOG and the SALAD BAR tomorrow- you won't have to chose. That's tomorow, but for today you have two choices, the Farm Fresh Salad Bar, or the hot lunch. Today the hot lunch is:
| Bean & Cheese Burrito, Salsa Steamed Green Beans Fresh Fruit |
Pledge:
Please stand for the Pledge of Allegiance!
I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America, and to the republic for which it stands, one nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all."
High Expectations:
There's no choice, achieving your personal best is required every day at Emerson!
Tuesday, February 1, 2011
Morning Announcements- February 1, 2011
Good Morning Emerson Eagles!
Dream, Believe, Achieve!
Today is Tuesday, February 1, 2011
What are you writing about? Writing is the best way to express yourself. You can craft exciting stories, explain inportant information, write letters to a friend and so much more with writing. If you have something that you've written that you would like to share with me, would you send it up to the office.
Upcoming Events:
Saturday School is this Saturday from 8 am until 12:20. The computer carts will be there with opportunities for First in Math. But also, we are going to have a garden work day on Saturday. Saturday School Students will get to go out to the garden to plant potatoes. If anyone would like to join together in our community garden on Saturday from 8 until 11 am, please come on out!
First In Math
Congratulations to Mr. Cortez' Class- Team of the Week!
Engagement Requirements:
Did you know that teachers often set up Structured Academic Talk for you? They may use a more sophisticated sentence frame that is used in every day conversation and they may require vocabulary that is specific to the discipline that you are studying. All students must participate in structured academic talk.
Lunch and Attendance:
For lunch, you have two choices, the Farm Fresh Salad Bar, or the hot lunch. Today the hot lunch is:
Hamburger on a bun, pickles
Steamed garden peas
Diced pears
If you would like to have a hot lunch, please raise your hand. Teachers, please take a count and make a note on your online attendance form.
Pledge:
Please stand for the Pledge of Allegiance!
I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America, and to the republic for which it stands, one nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all."
High Expectations:
There's no choice, achieving your personal best is required every day at Emerson!
Monday, January 31, 2011
Emerson News Update
Garden Work Day- Saturday, February 5, from 8 a.m. until 11 a.m. We need to do some general garden clean up as well as plant potatoes ! Please come out and join us!
Saturday School- This Saturday your child can make up an absence from 8 a.m. until 12:20. If your child has an absence, he/she can still qualify for a perfect attendance awad. Saturday School students will be allowed to work on the laptop computers playing the 24 Game on First in Math!
Holiday Alert! Friday, February, 11 and Monday, February 21, we have NO SCHOOL!!! Remember- we have a: full week this week, a four-day week next week, then a full five-day week followed by a four-day week! (5,4,5,4)
RUSD History Day was held last Saturday at Earhart Middle School. Several Emerson students, present and past, walked away with awards, and many are moving on to the County competition. Click here for more details.
New Calendar- The official calendar for the 2011-12 school year is now available. Click here to check it out!
Construction Update: The new lunch shelter (pictured below) is complete and the concrete is expected to be poured this week. Grading for drainage and the new fire lane is in process. Construction is expected to be complete by April.
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Eastside Community Garden,
News Update
Morning Announcements 1/31/11
Good Morning Emerson Eagles!
Dream, Believe, Achieve!
Today is Monday, January 31, 2011
Question of the Day:
Did you like having a rainy day on Sunday?
Please ask and answer this question (as well as all questions) using complete sentence responses. If someone asks you this question, don't forget to reciprocate by asking them the question too!
History Day:
Congratulations to Emerson's RUSD History Day particiapants...See their photo on my blog post from yesterday.
Calendar Items:
Progress reports are sent sent home last week or this week.
Tuesday - February 8, RUSD Science and Engineering Fair -Project Set-Up
Wednesday - February 9, RUSD Science and Engineering Fair
Thursday - February 10, RUSD Science and Engineering Fair Awards ceremony
Friday - February 11, Lincoln's Day- No School
Monday - February 21, President's Day- No School
The pancake breakfast will be on Saturday, February 26.
First In Math
Congratulations to Mr. Cortez' Class- Team of the Week!
Engagement Requirements:
When your teacher directs you to work with a partner, share your response, or to answer a question, it is REQUIRED that you use academic vocabulary in your response. Look around the room to find the vocabulary if you don't immediately recall the word.
Lunch and Attendance:
For lunch, you have two choices, the Farm Fresh Salad Bar, or the hot lunch. Today the hot lunch is:
If you would like to have a hot lunch, please raise your hand. Teachers, please take a count and make a note on your online attendance form.
Pledge:
Please stand for the Pledge of Allegiance!
I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America, and to the republic for which it stands, one nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all."
High Expectations:
There's no choice, achieving your personal best is required every day at Emerson!
Dream, Believe, Achieve!
Today is Monday, January 31, 2011
Question of the Day:
Did you like having a rainy day on Sunday?
Please ask and answer this question (as well as all questions) using complete sentence responses. If someone asks you this question, don't forget to reciprocate by asking them the question too!
History Day:
Congratulations to Emerson's RUSD History Day particiapants...See their photo on my blog post from yesterday.
Calendar Items:
Progress reports are sent sent home last week or this week.
Tuesday - February 8, RUSD Science and Engineering Fair -Project Set-Up
Wednesday - February 9, RUSD Science and Engineering Fair
Thursday - February 10, RUSD Science and Engineering Fair Awards ceremony
Friday - February 11, Lincoln's Day- No School
Monday - February 21, President's Day- No School
The pancake breakfast will be on Saturday, February 26.
First In Math
Congratulations to Mr. Cortez' Class- Team of the Week!
Engagement Requirements:
When your teacher directs you to work with a partner, share your response, or to answer a question, it is REQUIRED that you use academic vocabulary in your response. Look around the room to find the vocabulary if you don't immediately recall the word.
Lunch and Attendance:
For lunch, you have two choices, the Farm Fresh Salad Bar, or the hot lunch. Today the hot lunch is:
| Chicken Nuggets, Breadstick Tator Tots Apple Juice |
If you would like to have a hot lunch, please raise your hand. Teachers, please take a count and make a note on your online attendance form.
Pledge:
Please stand for the Pledge of Allegiance!
I pledge allegiance to the flag of the United States of America, and to the republic for which it stands, one nation under God, indivisible, with liberty and justice for all."
High Expectations:
There's no choice, achieving your personal best is required every day at Emerson!
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Morning Announcements
Sunday, January 30, 2011
History Day Awards
Congratulations to these Emerson students who were selected to move on to Riverside County History Day:
Grades 4-5 Individual Posters:
-Winner, Jacqueline Hurtado
-Winner, Shundeen Martinez
-Winner, Madison Ramirez
-Alternate, Antonio Paturzo
Junior Individual Exhibit:
-Winner, Rachael Newhall
-The Riverside City Teachers' Association Award for the best entry on historical issues in education, Shundeen Martinez
-The Riverside Metropolitan Museum Award for best use of primary source photos and/or drawings in the creation of an entry, Antonio Paturzo and Jacqueline Hurtado
Congratulations!!!
Grades 4-5 Individual Posters:
-Winner, Jacqueline Hurtado
-Winner, Shundeen Martinez
-Winner, Madison Ramirez
-Alternate, Antonio Paturzo
Junior Individual Exhibit:
-Winner, Rachael Newhall
-The Riverside City Teachers' Association Award for the best entry on historical issues in education, Shundeen Martinez
-The Riverside Metropolitan Museum Award for best use of primary source photos and/or drawings in the creation of an entry, Antonio Paturzo and Jacqueline Hurtado
Congratulations!!!
Labels:
History Day
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